Hero firefighters in Freeport honored for rescuing man

Officials in Freeport honored a group of firefighters who saved a man from a burning building last month.

The incident occurred on the morning of Oct. 18 at an apartment complex at 250 West Merrick Road.

Edgar Algiere was unconscious inside the apartment after a kitchen fire. Firefighters forced their way inside and carried him to safety. Capt. Anthony Sotira and former Chief Bill Walsh said they found Algiere while crawling on the floor through thick smoke.

The firefighters were honored by Freeport Village Mayor Robert Kennedy and Freeport Fire Department Executive Director Raymond McGuire.

"We are very fortunate to have dedicated volunteers who do this day in and day out," said McGuire.

Algiere said he was thankful for the fire department. Algiere says he found his cat Jerry safe and sound hiding in a closet when he returned to his apartment several days later.

Sapphire is an adorable female Pit Bull who came to the shelter as a stray. Sapphire has a medical condition that can cause her to have seizures. She would prefer an owner who is home often to watch over her and shower her with love.

Anndi is a Spitz mix and approximately 5 years old. She is nervous of strangers at first but with some treats and slow movements, she comes around quickly. She does best with little male dogs, and no children.